From the course: A Career Strategist's Guide to Getting a Job
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How to write a cover letter
From the course: A Career Strategist's Guide to Getting a Job
How to write a cover letter
- Ask any recruiter how often they come across an exceptional cover letter. I am telling you, it's like spotting a UFO, they're rare. So you've got this tremendous opportunity to set yourself apart and to help recruiters connect the dots between what they need and what you can walk through their doors and deliver. Your cover letter can also be a great platform for showcasing your personality and your writing skills. So how do you make sure you're knocking it out of the park? I'll give you an overview. Be sure and have the job description handy as you start writing. You're going to want to tie the here's what I can do for you part of this directly to the specific things that you see they're looking for. But first you want to construct your lead. A strong lead is a nonnegotiable when it comes to grabbing them at hello. I recommend that you kick off your cover letter with two or three sentences that make it instantly clear…
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